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Wendling redshirted as a freshman in 2002. In his redshirt freshman season, he played on special teams, ending up with two blocked kicks. During his sophomore redshirt season 2004, Wendling led the Cowboys in tackles with 89, and garnered Honorable Mention All-Conference honors. He also had a huge game against Air Force, making 11 tackles and breaking up two passes in a 43-26 victory over Air Force, eventually to be named MWC Defensive Player of the Week. Wendling also succeeded in his junior season, and once again earned Honorable Mention All-Conference honors.

Wendling's wife suggested that he grow out a mullett while watching a Colorado Rockies baseball game in which one of the players donned the prolific hairstyle. Wendling's wife now regrets her request, but her sacrifice is a gift to America and the rest of humanity. It took roughly two years for Wendling to achieve his sweet flow. Wendling's teammate, Reggie Bush, refers to him as "Joe Dirt" due to Wendling's uncanny resemblance to David Spade's character Joe Dirt in the classic comedy film by the same name. [3]